Does the 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 have any recalls?

The 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 has 3 recalls on file with NHTSA, including issues with engine.

How many complaints have been filed for the 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 2500?

65 consumer complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 2500.

Are there technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 2500?

There are 724 technical service bulletins (TSBs) on file with NHTSA for the 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 2500.

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Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
Specifications and reference data (where provided)
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Powertrain, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC and more

Trims covered

LS Extended Cab Pickup 4-Door
LS Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door
LS Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door

Engines covered

5.3L 5328CC 325Cu. In. V8 FLEX OHV Naturally Aspirated
5.3L 5328CC 325Cu. In. V8 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated

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Body
Brakes
Chassis Electrical
Driveline
Engine Cooling
Engine Electrical
Engine Mechanical
Engine Performance & Emission Controls
Fuel System
General Information & Identification
Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
Steering
Suspension
Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
Wiring Diagrams

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2018 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #19V32800025/04/2019Component: ENGINE

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 4500, 5500 and 6500 vehicles and 2017-2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 3500 vehicles and GMC Sierra 2500 and

Consequence

A short-circuit may damage the engine components and increase the risk of fire.

Remedy

GM will contact owners, dealers will replace the engine block heater, free of charge. Add

NHTSA #23V04700002/02/2023Component: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500, and GMC Sierra 2500, 3500 vehicles equipped with a dual fuel tank option. The rear fuel tan

Consequence

An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the fuel tank and fuel pump module, replacing them as necessary. Dea

NHTSA #21V49600001/07/2021Component: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500 and 2017-2019 GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 vehicles equipped with a Duramax diesel 6.6 liter engi

Consequence

An electrical short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will replace engine block heaters and heater cords. Vehicles that have this featur

TSB #11032777

This PI provides diagnostic tips for diagnosing electric trailer brakes issues.

TSB #11030974

This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available.

TSB #11030092

This Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and upload to a Technical Assistance Case in CX Connect.

TSB #11030091

This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

TSB #11028931

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that some owners of Heavy Duty Trucks and Utilities may ask if they can lower their tire pressures. Tire pressures being set to the "Tire and Loading Label" w

TSB #11028700

This preliminary information communicates an issue with aftermarket LED headlights causing IPC warning messages and MIL along with several low speed lan DTCs.

TSB #11027698

This PI Communications information on an alternative product dealers can use to perform 19-NA-255: Wax Coating on Frame Peeling, Metal Shows Corrosion/Rusting due to issue with getting product from current supplier listed in the bulletin.

TSB #11027601

This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

Showing the 8 most recent of 724 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20221019Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported1 injured

The contact's wife owns a 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at 45 MPH, she crashed into another vehicle in an intersection. The air

20190221Component: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMFire reported

MON OCT 8TH, 5PM, MY CHEVY SILVERADO 2500HD DIESEL TRUCK CAUGHT FIRE DRIVING DOWN A CITY ROAD(APPROXIMATELY 30MPH), WITH ME, MY 12YO DAUGHTER AND HER FRIEND IN IT. THE ENGINE DIED,

20190221Component: UNKNOWN OR OTHERFire reported

MON OCT 8TH, 5PM, MY CHEVY SILVERADO 2500HD DIESEL TRUCK CAUGHT FIRE DRIVING DOWN A CITY ROAD(APPROXIMATELY 30MPH), WITH ME, MY 12YO DAUGHTER AND HER FRIEND IN IT. THE ENGINE DIED,

20180131Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEMFire reported

DIESEL L5P 2017-CURRENT. WHEN HAVING THE ENGINE BLOCK HEATER PLUGGED IN, I HAVE SEEN MULTIPLE TRUCKS BURN DOWN FROM HAVING A SHORT SOMEWHERE. I HAVE ALSO SEEN THE CORD FOR THE ENGI

Showing the 4 most serious of 65 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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